On Approval(1944)
It's SCANDALOUSly Funny!
Two wealthy Victorian widows are courted tentatively by two impoverished British aristocrats. When one of the dowagers suggests that her beau go away with her for a month to see if they are compatible, the fireworks begin.
Movie: On Approval
Top 10 Billed Cast
George, 10th Duke of Bristol
Maria Wislack
Helen Hale
Richard Halton
Dr. Graham
Landlord
Narrator
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Overview
Two wealthy Victorian widows are courted tentatively by two impoverished British aristocrats. When one of the dowagers suggests that her beau go away with her for a month to see if they are compatible, the fireworks begin.
Release Date
1944-05-22
Average
6.9
Rating:
3.5 startsTagline
It's SCANDALOUSly Funny!
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